HC Deb 21 November 1972 vol 846 cc327-8W
39. Mr. John Wells

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is satisfied with the working of the Farm Amalgamation Scheme; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

The farm structure schemes have been of some value but they need to be made more effective. We therefore intend to introduce impoved schemes next year using the new powers in the Agriculture (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1972. The new schemes will also give effect to the EEC directive on payments to outgoers and we are in consultation with the Community on this.

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